$3,450,000

Estimated payment $20,590/month

Total Views 1,451
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,728 Sq Ft
$730 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 1.45 Acre Lot
  • Fireplace in Kitchen
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Sharon Elementary Rated A-
  • Deck
  • Pond

About This Home

A Rare Modern Estate on 1.45 Private Acres in Charlotte's Prestigious Pellyn Wood

Perfectly positioned in one of SouthPark's most coveted neighborhoods, this extraordinary 4,672-square-foot luxury residence offers a level of privacy, craftsmanship, and thoughtful design rarely found inside the city. Set on 1.45 acres of lush, park-like grounds overlooking Pellyn Wood Pond and Creek, the home has been extensively reimagined to create a sophisticated retreat where architecture and nature exist in perfect harmony, with serene views from every room. Expansive walls of glass frame the mature trees and tranquil water beyond, creating an atmosphere that feels worlds away while remaining just minutes from SouthPark's fine dining and luxury shopping, Uptown Charlotte, Ballantyne, and premier private schools.

Designed for effortless everyday living and exceptional entertaining, the heart of the home is a true chef's kitchen with a barrel vaulted ceiling. A professional-grade Dacor six-burner dual-oven gas range with pot-filler faucet, double-front refrigerator/freezer, built-in microwave and coffee maker, and a leathered dolomite island with seating for four combine beauty with exceptional functionality. A dedicated dining area with its own fireplace, a pass-through wine bar and refrigerator, and a butler's pantry featuring a second refrigerator, sink, and dishwasher complete one of the most impressive kitchens available in today's market. The adjoining dining room, expansive living room with fireplace, and sunroom are surrounded by walls of windows overlooking the wooded valley and pond.

The main-level primary suite is a private sanctuary featuring a wall-to-wall window seat with peaceful pond views. The spa-inspired bath showcases a custom copper soaking tub, waterfall shower, matte black fixtures, and separate his-and-her vanities. Remarkable walk-in closets feature skylights, a convenient sink, and generous custom cabinetry.Just off the suite, a flexible room provides the perfect space for a private office, library, nursery, or fitness room. A spacious mudroom and laundry room complete the main level.

Seamless indoor-outdoor living defines the property with easy access to a private paver terrace, striking outdoor fireplace, and built-in barbecue overlooking the woodlands and pond, creating an ideal setting for both intimate evenings and large-scale entertaining. A custom slate front porch with a swing offers another peaceful place to relax and enjoy the surrounding landscape.

Upstairs, three additional bedrooms, including one en suite and two connected by an oversized Jack and Jill bath, provide comfortable accommodations while capturing beautiful long-range views of the surrounding trees and water.

Luxury extends beyond the interior with four dedicated garage spaces: two attached to the home and two in a newly constructed, climate-controlled detached building with epoxy floors, equally suited as a workshop, collector's garage, fitness studio, or hobby space. The expansive paver driveway provides abundant guest parking.

Offering an extraordinary blend of privacy, modern luxury, timeless architecture, and an irreplaceable natural setting, 5203 Gorham Drive is a rare opportunity to own one of Charlotte's most distinctive residences.
Demand for updated luxury homes with acreage in Charlotte's highly desirable 28226 zip code remains exceptionally strong.

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Listing Agent

Matthew Alexander

Premier Sotheby's International Realty Brokerage Email: matthew.alexander@premiersir.com License #228823 Listed on: 08/14/2026

Premier Sotheby's International Realty

Co-Listing Agent

Elise Allen

Premier Sotheby's International Realty Brokerage Email: matthew.alexander@premiersir.com License #339679

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1984

Lot Details

  • 1.45 Acre Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned N1-A

HOA Fees

  • $46 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 4 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Central Vacuum
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • See Through Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Sliding Doors
  • Mud Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Butlers Pantry
  • Double Self-Cleaning Convection Oven
  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal
  • Fireplace in Kitchen

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Walk-In Closet
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Washer and Dryer

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Pond
  • Deck
  • Patio

Schools

  • Sharon Elementary School
  • Carmel Middle School
  • South Mecklenburg High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 187-231-09
  • Tax Block 08

Community Details

Overview

  • Voluntary home owners association
  • Pellyn Wood Subdivision

Security

  • Card or Code Access

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1984

Lot Details

1.45 Acres

HOA Fees

$46 per month

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Year Built: 1984
  • Special Assessment Yn: 0
  • Special Assessment Description: none
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete, Paved
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Ratio CurrentPrice/TotalPropertyHLA: 729.70
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Attribution Contact: matthew.alexander@premiersir.com
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Central Vacuum, Drop Zone, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 3657
  • Third Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 1071
  • Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Exhaust Hood, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer, Washer/Dryer
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 4728
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Door Features: Screen Door(s), Sliding Doors
  • Fireplace Features: Kitchen, Living Room, See Through
  • Living Area: 4728
  • Window Features: Insulated Window(s), Skylight(s)
  • Bedroom Main: 1
  • Bedroom Third: 0

Exterior Features

  • New Construction: No
  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Brick Partial, Fiber Cement, Stone
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Main Level Garage YN: 1
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 4
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Keypad Entry

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Water Source: City

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 550
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Hoa Subject To Dues: Voluntary
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Association Annual Expense: 550.00

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Carmel
  • HOA Subject To: Optional

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Pond(s), Wooded
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 187-231-09
  • Development Status: Completed
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.45
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Specification: N1-A

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 08

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Sharon
  • High School: South Mecklenburg

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Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $18,099 $2,370,000 $1,550,900 $819,100
2024 $18,099 $2,370,000 $1,550,900 $819,100
2023 $17,523 $2,370,000 $1,550,900 $819,100
2022 $15,797 $1,624,000 $1,255,500 $368,500
2021 $14,983 $1,540,800 $1,255,500 $285,300
2020 $14,976 $1,540,800 $1,255,500 $285,300
2019 $14,960 $1,540,800 $1,255,500 $285,300
2018 $9,301 $703,400 $651,900 $51,500
2017 $9,168 $703,400 $651,900 $51,500
2016 $9,158 $703,400 $651,900 $51,500
2015 $9,147 $703,400 $651,900 $51,500
2014 $9,096 $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/14/2026 08/14/26 For Sale $3,450,000 +273.0% $730 / Sq Ft
12/06/2019 12/06/19 Sold $925,000 -2.6% $257 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
11/06/2019 11/06/19 Pending -- -- --
10/29/2019 10/29/19 For Sale $950,000 0.0% $264 / Sq Ft
02/28/2017 02/28/17 Rented $2,750 -5.2% --
01/29/2017 01/29/17 Under Contract -- -- --
01/23/2017 01/23/17 For Rent $2,900 -- --
Source: Canopy MLS

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $925,000 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Deed -- --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $750,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $200,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $53,559 Unknown
Previous Owner $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $42,430 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Source: Canopy MLS

MLS Number: 4402221

Canopy MLS

APN: 187-231-09

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